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Before you start
Check document replacement and spelling; minors have different rules.
Who is this guide for?
People changing a registered surname.
A change for one person does not automatically change the household.
The checklist
Identify route and age
Register details.
One person’s choice does not change everyone.
Prepare identity and reasons
Form and age evidence.
Adult requirements do not substitute for minor rules.
Arrange appointment/documents
Appointment confirmation.
A driving licence is not identification for this bureau service.
Check current fee
Payment confirmation.
Another body’s discount does not transfer automatically.
Verify and link names
New documents.
Accounts/cards do not all update automatically.
Official sources
These links let you check with the responsible authority. The website's verification date does not guarantee that every detail has remained up to date since then.
Frequently asked questions
Is marriage-related selection the same route?
There are dedicated services after marriage or its end; choose the appropriate one first.
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